Paul Winfield Movies
Before he inaugurated his professional career, African-American actor Paul Winfield received a well-rounded education: He trained at the University of Portland, Los Angeles City College, Stanford, U.C.L.A., the University of Hawaii, and the University of Santa Barbara. After stage work, Winfield received his first major Hollywood break as Paul Cameron on the TV sitcom Julia (1968-1971). In films from 1969, he received an Academy Award nomination for his portrayal of a fiercely proud sharecropper in Sounder (1972). Back on the small screen, he earned Emmy nominations for his interpretation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the 1978 miniseries King and his work as Dr. Huguley in 1979's Roots: The Next Generation. An indispensable purveyor of authoritative roles, he has played several judges, winning a 1994 Emmy for his performance in this capacity on TV's Picket Fences. Paul Winfield has also been seen on a regular basis in three television series, playing Julian C. Barlow in the 1989-1990 episodes of 227, Isaac Tuhle in Wiseguy (1987-1991), and a no-nonsense Magic Mirror (voice only) in the 1987 Cinderella spoof The Charmings. In 2004, not long after playing a small role in a remake of Sounder, Winfield suffered a heart attack and passed away at the age of 62. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
Money will drive men to extremes, even to murder. A&E investigates the madness of one small town entrepreneur in City Confidential: Athens -- Showdown at the Station. Athens, GA, is by most accounts a pleasant college town. Full of decent, hardworking young people, the local state university provides a brisk business for restaurants and bars. T.K. Harty took advantage of the ready clientèle and opened a handful of popular hangouts including T.K. Harty's Saloon. But his growing portfolio also swallowed up smaller venues like John Mooney's Somebody's Pizza. The sudden loss of his lifelong dream enraged Mooney and eventually led to Harty's demise. A&E documents Mooney's slow burn in this one-hour program. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
The millionaires' playground becomes a crime scene in A&E's City Confidential: Aspen -- Murder on the Slopes. Populated by the rich and beautiful, Aspen is a paradise during ski season. Snow bunnies hop along playboys surrounded by breathtaking scenery. But in March of 1976, that setting turned deadly when actress Claudine Longet fired a gun at boyfriend and champion skier Vladimir Sabich. After supposedly hiding out at the house of neighbor John Denver, Sabich was taken into police custody. The subsequent trial was filled with rabid press eager to exploit the fresh stain on Aspen's impeccable reputation. Through interviews and footage, A&E investigates the high-class embarrassment and Sabich's ultimate punishment. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
Recession-weary Ohio becomes the setting for A&E's look at a millionaire murder in City Confidential: Akron -- Brother Against Brother. Constantine "Dean" Milo represented the American success story, having built a small family business into a 50-million-dollar operation. But, nobody said making it to the top was easy. Along the way, Milo racked up a handful of enemies who later became suspects when the cosmetics dynamo turned up dead in his own home. Suddenly, the town that prided itself on its rubber industry and annual boxcar races was thrown into turmoil when investigators began looking for the killer. A&E turns Akron inside out as it follows the path of a hired hit. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
An unexplained murder rocks a Michigan suburb in City Confidential: Battle Creek -- Bad News in Battle Creek. When one of its own fell victim to violent hands, the community was shocked. Diane Newton was a burgeoning young reporter employed at the local affiliate. She often counted on the support of her husband, Bradford King, to take care of their two kids when she was at work. But she didn't count on King's resentment and anger at his secondary status within the marriage. When Newton was killed in 1991, a stalker was suspected. The truth, however, lay much closer to home. Through interviews and case details, A&E examines the smaller version of a big city murder. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
Sex and politics collide in the A&E program City Confidential: Baton Rouge -- Scandal on the Bayou. Known for its spicy nightlife, Louisiana's capital has played host to governors and criminals alike. One of the latter came in the form of a flirtatious Madame named Sylvia Landry. As the proprietress of three busy escort services, Landry raked in over 500,000 dollars a year. She thought she had it made until her wheeling and dealings landed her in jail. Landry was disappointed when her high-profile visitors failed to ease her situation, but nevertheless, she refused to reveal her clientèle. Supposedly, the list could have been massively damaging. A&E explains the unlikely incarceration of a party girl and her even more surprising suicide. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
Nestled within the rolling hill country of central Texas is the largest state university in the nation. As the capital and political center, Austin houses an eclectic collection of good ol' boys and outspoken liberals. A&E's City Confidential: Austin -- Empty Graves takes the viewer to the hot summer of 1995 when the city lost its innocence. Remembered as the atheist who separated church and state for good, Madeline Murray O'Hare was both loved and hated. Her home in Austin was a base for non-believers to converge. But, when O'Hare turned up missing along with her son, foul play was immediately suspected. A&E follows the search for O'Hare and the surprising results of a worldwide scandal. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
"You reached for the honey pot and you got stung." The words of New Jersey district Judge Harold Ackerman resonated within his small courtroom in 1985. Aimed at former mayor Michael Matthews, the summation was eagerly awaited by citizens of Atlantic City who knew better than to trust the government. A&E relives the underground connections of a corrupt politician in City Confidential: Atlantic City -- The Mayor and the Mob. After accepting campaign contributions from Mafia bosses Nicodemo Scarfo and Philip Leonetti, Matthews found himself indebted to the extortion gang. Instead of trying to repair his reputation, he further sullied it by helping to shake down businesses. His bust by the FBI and subsequent trial are the subject of this one-hour A&E program. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
A tourist town's quiet reputation is called into question in the A&E program City Confidential: Gatlinburg -- Smoky Mountain Nightmare. Gatlinburg sells its low-key Appalachian setting to visitors looking for a beautiful getaway. But, when two local motel workers are found bludgeoned and stabbed to death at the Rocky Top Inn in 1986, brisk business grinds to a halt. As it happens, it wasn't a roving madman but a gang of disgruntled hoodlums that took the lives of these locals. Edward "Tattoo Eddie" Harris took the share of the blame as a violent leader who bullied and beat his companions. Through the hard work of detective Bud Parton, Harris was brought to justice. A&E documents the lasting repercussions of the Gatlinburg murders. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
A&E investigates a strange turn in the history of an already bizarre town in City Confidential: Gibsonton. Known for its proximity to Ringling Brothers Circus headquarters, the Florida community houses its share of characters. Among them, Lobster Boy stands out. Grady Stiles was born with a genetic disorder that paralyzed him and made his hands claw-like. As a result, he was given an obvious nickname which he exploited in the freak show. While Stiles cashed in on his disorder, he also passed it along to his children. He was known as a less than kind father, often hitting and verbally abusing his family. It was this relentless cruelty that eventually led to his demise. Lobster Boy turned up dead one winter night in 1992 and his own wife and stepson were to blame. A&E relives this disturbing case of one clan's deadly dysfunction. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
One of the most skilled forgers of the century wreaks havoc within the Mormon Church in City Confidential: Faith and Foul Play in Salt Lake City. Mark Hofman was born in Salt Lake City and became active in the community, often doing mission work for the powerful organization. By the time he was 30, Hofman had acquired a rare talent, that of counterfeiting. His expertise was profound and often fooled the greatest experts. When Hofman became entangled in a web of forgery aimed at stocking the archives of the Mormon Church, his fame grew. But, as the truth about his rare "discoveries" came to light, Hofman started to panic. It was then that he decided to create three pipe bombs, two for members of the Church and one for himself. A&E explains how a carefully constructed plan backfired, leaving the Mormon Church deeply scarred. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
A&E documents a real-life soap opera in City Confidential: Ft. Lauderdale -- Sin in the Sun. Every Spring Break, the south Florida town becomes engorged with energetic college students looking to let loose. During the rest of the year, Ft. Lauderdale struggles with its dual identity as a party town and family community. The latter is reduced to shambles when police decide to crack down on prostitution for good. In one motel room, the officer in charge of the undercover operation finds a transaction in progress. But when the prostitute turns out to be his wife and the customer a conservative politician bullheaded for reform, all hell breaks loose. A&E details the shocking bust and the even more unpredictable trial in this one-hour presentation. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
Violence invades a wealthy New England community in A&E's City Confidential: Greenwich -- Who Killed Martha Moxley? The program covers the events on Halloween night in 1975 when everything seemed normal in Greenwich, CT. The teenagers were hanging out at each other's houses after a round of toilet paper pranks. When young Martha Moxley failed to turn up for her curfew, her parents began to get worried. Later that morning, Moxley was found beaten to death on the property of the Skakels. The suspected weapon was a six-iron. It took 25 years to corral the suspect due to an abandoned investigation and the family's powerful relationship with the Kennedys. Author Timothy Dumas explains the connection between wealth and innocence in this A&E program. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
Jealousy leads to murder in the hometown of the blues in City Confidential: Greenwood, Mississippi. Robert Johnson remains one of the most influential of the Delta blues musicians. His image even adorns a stamp. But, the life that could have been was cut short due to a Southern temper and a wandering eye. In the 1930s, Johnson played all over Mississippi, impressing locals with his slide guitar and country kindness. He also had a fondness for liquor and other men's wives. When he pulled into Three Forks juke joint in Greenwood, Johnson was put on the bill alongside Sonny Boy Williamson. However, his night ended early after he ingested a poisoned sip of whiskey. Johnson died three days later of pneumonia. A&E explores the birth and resting place of the legendary player in this one-hour presentation. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
A crafty criminal infiltrates the elite circles of a Virginia town in City Confidential: Great Falls, VA. Norm Hamilton fit into the wealthy suburbs of Great Falls well enough. Surrounded by politicians and businessmen, his fortune was hardly unique. But, when his neighbor was murdered, police began looking more closely at Hamilton's life. It soon became apparent that this citizen was stealing a lot more than the morning paper. As investigators dug deeper they found $7 million worth of heisted goods in his home. Hamilton's victim had interrupted one such robbery and paid with his life. Through real-life footage and interviews, A&E unveils the case of the crook next door. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
An unbelievable act of racial violence comes to light in City Confidential: Greensboro -- Clash with the Klan. In 1979, the KKK still stalked the South and in many instances, local police were members. But African-Americans still had high expectations for change. In Greensboro, NC, a local branch of the Communist Workers Party planned a rally to protest social conditions. All was going well until nine carloads of Klansmen and Nazis showed up and started firing at the crowd. When police pulled in, the shooters had left and 14 people lay injured. Instead of pursuing the suspects, the officers arrested the protesters and charged them with inciting a riot. Despite the incredible nature of this attack, it got even more bizarre when the men responsible were found not guilty in court. A&E investigates the collusion between North Carolina law enforcement and racist groups that left five people dead and a town forever changed. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
One man's lie unhinges a historic community in City Confidential: Boston -- Betrayal in Beantown. When Charles Stuart called police one October night in 1986 to say he and his pregnant wife had been shot, all available investigators were called out. They began searching for the main suspect whom Stuart had only described as a black man. The resulting arrests were an exercise in racial profiling with random people being targeted in the Mission Hills area. The wife and unborn child died of their injuries while Charles recovered from a wound to his rear. Police later discovered the gunshot was self-inflicted and his wife had been the only true target. But, it was too late for the insulted African-American communities. A&E explores the murder and accusation that divided the birthplace of freedom. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
Murder leaves a stain on one desert town in the A&E program City Confidential: Carlsbad. As the home to a thriving tourist population, Carlsbad offers a wealth of sights and adventures. But, it only took one wild night to sabotage the city's peace. When well-known businessman Johnny Volpato and his wife were shot while working in their pharmacy in 1980, the police were puzzled. As a man with few enemies, Volpato himself became the prime suspect. His injuries also appeared to be self-inflicted. What followed was not one but two highly publicized trials resulting in an eventual acquittal that ruptured the Carlsbad community. Investigators and lawyers on both sides tell how Volpato's future was ultimately decided. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
Paradise is shattered in the A&E program City Confidential: Bermuda -- Death on the Rocks. Thought of as a bastion of relaxation and tropical luxury, Bermuda is a hot tourist destination. But in 1996, the Garden of Eden became a crime scene when Canadian teenager Rebecca Middleton was found raped and stabbed on a country road. She was unable to speak because of a slashed throat and died soon after. Middleton's abduction began when she and her host, Jasmin Meens, accepted motorbike rides from a few locals after being unable to get taxis. Meens made it home safely but her friend never did. The subsequent trials of two Bermudans led to an international frenzy. A&E relives the controversial verdicts that enraged victim advocates and defense attorneys alike. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
A&E traces the fall of a small town hero in City Confidential: Bigfork -- Silent Night, Deadly Night. Hidden away where the Swan River meets Flathead Lake, Bigfork is a charming city. Populated by lumberjacks and businessmen alike, the village embraces the underdog. That's why Ted Ernst was so well liked. After suffering a paralyzing accident when he was ten, Ernst reversed his fortune and built an impressive wheelchair-racing career. Unbeknownst to the town that worshipped him, Ernst was also fostering a notable criminal resumé. Along with his brother, Jesse Ernst, the athlete had become a burglar. On Christmas night in 1997, he also became a murderer after killing local motel owner Larry Streeter. A&E reveals the shocking details of Ernst's alter ego and the misdeeds that landed him behind bars. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
One woman's fight for the truth becomes a small town's undoing in City Confidential: Deadly Odds in Biloxi. The antebellum community of Biloxi, MS, bears a resemblance to a time gone by. With prewar mansions and grand weeping willows, the city prided itself on its position as the gate to the Mississippi. But, Biloxi's deepest secrets would soon spell murder for two hard-working politicians. Circuit court judge Vince Sherry and his wife, mayoral candidate Margaret, were found dead in their home in 1987. Police were unable to find a suspect for years and eventually gave up the search. But the Sherrys' daughter, Lynne, kept looking and came up with some startling evidence, accusing Biloxi's own mayor of the crime. A&E explores the profound Mob connections and government corruption that ensured Margaret's silence forever. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
Fairbanks, AK, prides itself on its undeclared autonomy and one of its biggest supporters was Joe Vogler. After moving to the northern state in 1942, Vogler quickly became active in local politics, eventually forming the Alaska Independence Party. But, not everyone shared the town's enthusiasm for the outspoken leader. Manfried West made Fairbanks his second home beginning in 1980. The former convict and Vogler became friends due to their similar hatred of oppressive government. But when Vogler went missing in 1993, the police targeted West from the start. An arrest came only 17 months later after West burned down his own house and issued a partial confession. A&E documents the bizarre details of the death of a hero in this one-hour program. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
Misunderstandings and small town politics divide Tennessee loyalties in City Confidential: Chattanooga -- Dangerous Trespassing. When Frank Casteel decided to buy some property on Signal Mountain in Chattanooga, he was worried about the locals. They liked to visit the popular Blue Hole and often left it trashed. He was ultimately able to strike a deal with the townsfolk that pleased both sides. Nevertheless, after three Chattanooga men turned up missing following a ride to the woods, Casteel was soon singled out as the suspect. It didn't help his case when his wife declared him the murderer. She later claimed she was trying to scare off Casteel's mistress. A&E investigates the hidden tapes and circumstantial evidence that rattled a Mountain town. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
High society takes a tumble in the A&E program City Confidential: Dallas -- Arsenic and Old Money. As home to wealthy oilmen and upper-class businessmen, Dallas enjoys an international reputation for excess. The exclusive settlement of Park Cities houses many of the Texas well-to-do. That's why Nancy Lyon's death came as such a shock. When it was discovered that she died from arsenic poisoning, the scandal deepened. In a case of the in-laws versus the husband, Richard Lyon was accused of the murder. At his trial, Park Cities' residents found out much more than they ever anticipated about an unhappy marriage, a suicidal wife, and a motive to kill. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
A con man claims his most famous victim in the A&E program City Confidential: Chicago Horse Mafia. When Chicago candy heiress Helen Brach went missing in 1977, her absence wasn't noticed for two weeks. While she lived according to her abundant wealth, Brach wasn't overly popular or sociable. She did have one friend in horse racer Richard Bailey and often contributed to his stock of thoroughbreds. After her disappearance, police found she wasn't the only millionaire Bailey favored. By reconstructing this case, A&E explores the hidden yet deadly game of championship horse breeding. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
